PROGRAM AREAS AND ACTIVITIES
Girls fetching water from a river bed
Togo Clean Water Program
In rural areas of Togo, access to water is very limited. Usually women and children travel miles away from the villages to fetch water from rivers and ponds to carry on their heads to their houses.
Woman digs to get water from a dried river
During the dry seasons, rivers dry and it takes even longer to fetch water. Women and girls use their hands, woods, stones, and other rudimentary tools to dig the river beds to get water.
Initial water well project
To alleviate the water problem, villagers request support to dig traditional wells in the villages to reduce distances and have water during the dry season.
However, the governmental water and sanitation agency is discouraging the traditional water wells because the maintenance is complex and the potential for water contamination is high.
Clean Water at a public Fountain in a village
A new form of water project has emerged.
The new water project will consist of rehabilitating abandoned water manual pumps funded in the 1980’s by the U.S. Agency for International Development throughout the country.
Water tower equipped with solar water pump in the village
The pumps were abandoned because some parts were broken. The parts were not available locally and U.S. manufacturers discontinued making the parts.
The new water project will consist of building a water tank, installing solar panels, and providing cleaner water at multiple water points. Each water project will benefit more than 2,000 people. Local volunteers will coordinate the project implementation.
Togo Educational Support Program
In Togo, Ovazu Foundation provides funds and other assistance that help individuals and families unable to meet tuition expenses for their children. The Foundation provides other assistance and special awards such as school supplies to needy students in local colleges, high schools, and elementary schools, to support their educational endeavors. Ovazu Foundation also provides or funding for equipment, books, and supplies for schools and teachers in marginalized and remote rural areas.
Books and world maps
Donated to a high school by Ovazu Foundation
School benches
The Ovazu Foundation donated benches to a local primary school to enhance the learning environment, offering comfortable outdoor seating, encouraging social interaction, supporting group work, and fostering creativity. This donation benefits education and the community by creating a welcoming space for students.
Solar lamps on the compound of a kindergarten
The Ovazu Foundation provided solar lamps to a village kindergarten, improving the learning environment. These lamps ensure light for evening classes and foster a safe, inspiring atmosphere. By using clean energy, the kindergarten can illuminate classrooms sustainably, facilitating learning after dark and demonstrating a commitment to education and renewable energy in underserved areas.
Togo Vocational Training Support Program
Support for vocational apprenticeship programs in Togo is not just an investment in individual futures; it is a commitment to uplifting entire communities. By participating in these initiatives, you are directly contributing to the development of a skilled workforce that is essential for Togo's economic growth and stability.
These programs provide young people with hands-on training and real-world skills that are in demand across various industries. In a country where unemployment rates can be high, vocational training creates opportunities for youth to pursue meaningful careers. It empowers them to break the cycle of poverty, fostering self-sufficiency and resilience.
Your support can help expand existing vocational centers, providing them with the necessary tools and resources to train more apprentices. This includes funding for materials, access to experienced instructors, and partnerships with local businesses that can offer placements and job opportunities upon program completion.
With your contribution, we can increase enrollment, improve program quality, and ultimately help shape the future of Togo. Join us in creating a pathway to success for the youth of Togo through vocational apprenticeship. Together, we can empower the next generation to thrive and drive sustainable growth in their communities.
Electrical technician Student in action
In Togo, the Ovazu Foundation supports electrical technician students with programs that provide essential skills and knowledge. It offers hands-on training, modern tools, and mentorship, bridging education and employment. This initiative empowers students while contributing to the local economy by developing a skilled workforce for the electrical industry.
Cloth weaving shop in a village
The Ovazu Foundation has secured funding to establish a cloth weaving center in Sahar, empowering young women with traditional weaving skills. This center will promote creativity, self-sufficiency, and cultural heritage while creating economic opportunities. It will provide a safe space for women to learn, innovate, and improve their futures.
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Shirt from the handmade cloth.
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